Business Books

The Checklist Manifesto 

By Phil Klutts | November 14, 2024

Often some of the most profound learnings and impactful changes are simple in theory. The checklist is one of those things. A simple checklist can make a huge difference, especially in repetitive, high-impact situations. 

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Turning Fragility Into Agility

By Phil Klutts | September 23, 2024

“Turning Fragility Into Agility” by Jeffrey Tefertiller offers a comprehensive guide for executives looking to revolutionize their approach to service delivery. In addition to being an author, Jeffrey is a business owner, IT leader, adjunct professor, and Edmond resident. He directs his experience and viewpoints at IT leaders, but this book has some takeaways that will benefit leaders in any service-related functions.

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10x is Easier than 2x

By Phil Klutts | July 23, 2024

Most of us want to have to have more in life and business. And to get more we think we need to work more. “10x is Easier than 2x” refutes this idea and argues that you can “achieve more by doing less.”

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Now Before Next

By Phil Klutts | June 18, 2024

Leaders and business professionals constantly face decisions and compromises about where to focus their energy and what ideas to pursue. This battle takes many forms and often causes personal and professional frustrations. Jantzen Miller, my friend and fellow Edmond resident, has written a book on overcoming this struggle and finding success by stewarding the resources we already have. 

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Material World

By Phil Klutts | May 16, 2024

Material World won’t catch your eye as a business book, but that’s one of the reasons why I want to share it with you. This book made it to my hands as a vacation read—not a work-related book but one that would still engage my mind. Despite my intention to escape, I continued to find business frameworks and relevant tidbits as I read through Spring Break. 

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Clear Thinking

By Phil Klutts | February 29, 2024

Shane Parrish spent his early career as a cybersecurity expert for the Canadian government in what he calls a “three letter agency” during a time of increased pressure and demanding workload due to growing hacking threats. He started an anonymous website and blog focused on self-improvement and better decision-making based on his own learning and desire to improve.

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Impactful business books, part 3

By Phil Klutts | January 23, 2024

This is the third and final installment of a roundup of books that have most impacted my career. If you talk business or leadership with me for very long, you won’t be surprised to find a book from Patrick Lencioni on the list. I did have to decide which Lencioni book to put on the list because I didn’t feel right listing more than one here! 

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Impactful business books, part 2

By Phil Klutts | December 19, 2023

This second installment of books that have impacted my career takes a bit of a practical bent. These books have helped me structure my work and execute on specific tasks better for the past few years. From negotiating deals to structuring teams and coaching leaders, the words I use and the things I write are often influenced by these four books. Be sure to check out the Part One of this series.

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Impactful business books

By Phil Klutts | November 16, 2023

I picked up almost every book I own last weekend. My wife and I burdened ourselves with preparing our house for new carpet, which is a good thing but took some time and effort. This meant every book had to be moved off the bookshelves so we could clear out our bedrooms and office for the refresh. We didn’t count the books, but the sack of boxes in the garage is impressive! 

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“Good Power” by Ginny Rometty

By Phil Klutts | October 12, 2023

Sometimes you pick up a book by happen-stance and it ends up resonating so well that you read it twice. “Good Power” by Ginny Rometty might be my pick for my favorite book this year. It is practical, applicable, enjoyable, and relevant to business in 2023. The subtitle is “Leading positive change in our lives, work, and world.”

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